Strength Training for Kids??

 

Why should you involve kids into fitness/exercise and eating clean?  Do you know that Child Obesity in AMERICA is on HUGE RISE!  One in three American kids and teens is overweight or obese, nearly triple the rate in 1963.  We need to STOP the epidemic of Obesity in America, by EDUCATING and HELPING each other!  We need to educate the parents to teach and lead a healthy lifestyle for themselves AND for their children!

LET'S END THE TREND OF OBESITY!!!

It’s best to get your kids to start exercises at early age! Yep! Muscle-building exercises can increase strength and bone density, reduce the risk of sports-related injuries, and improve heart health.  It is a way for your child to increase muscle endurance and strength. It is not to meant to body-build or bulk up.  No dumbbells needed here, kids can benefit by using their own body weight.


First, try to make sure aerobic activity adds up to more than 60 minutes a day. Aerobic activity is anything that gets your heart going — like biking, swimming, hiking, dancing, or running. Then take a few minutes for some strength training. Exercises like the ones below help build muscle to boost metabolism and keep joints working well.  Flexibility is the third component of well-rounded exercise. Yoga is one best way to stay flexible.
You want to set a good example, be the role model for your kids.  Do the fun exercises/workouts with them! Most of the time when I do my exercises/workouts or go out for running or swimming, my kids would tag along!  There are several KIDS workouts through Beachbody that you can order for your kids. My kids enjoyed the Fitness workout DVDs we have to do it at home.


There are some good website links for young kids/teenagers, even parents too.  Check out these links:

• http://kidshealth.org/
• http://learntobehealthy.org/parents-teachers/educational-materials/nutrition/?gclid=CJy81IuCwbACFYuc7QodUzFajw
• http://www.bestbonesforever.gov/
• https://www.presidentschallenge.org/ 
• http://kidsatheart.org/about-2/learn-the-facts/

There are few examples of strength training for your kids that you can do it at home:

•  BALL JUMP: Have your child place a lightweight ball between her feet and jump across the room, keeping the ball in place.  Repeat 7-10 times.  BENEFIT: This helps your child build strength in her quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes while providing a fun cardio workout.

• CURL-UP TOSS: Have your child lie down with legs bent and ball on chest. He should slowly come up all the way, keeping chin off chest. At top of curl-up, he can toss the ball up and catch it, then slowly lie back down.  Repeat 7-10 times.  BENEFIT: Builds core strength.

• SQUAT JUMP:  While she’s holding the ball, she should squat down, then jump up as high as possible while lifting the ball above her head. Repeat 7-10 times. BENEFIT: Helps build lower-body strength.
• PLANK WALK: In a push-up position, have him place ball between ankles.  Keeping body in a straight line, have him walk forward with his hands for 10 seconds.  Kids can work up to 30 seconds, making sure they maintain proper form. BENEFIT: Improves core and upper-body strength..

Beachbody Workout DVDS for Young Kids/Teenagers

Shaun T's Fit Kids Club

Tony & the Kids!

Get Real with Shaun T.

Hip Hop Abs - Shaun T

There are also some fitness programs from Beachbody that young kids/teenagers can do and enjoy.  My kids had done some Rockin' Body, Hip Hop Abs, Turbofire, P90X, Insanity, Insanity-Asylum, and few others.  For more videos and find the best recommendations for your kids - CONTACT ME!